Published at Tuesday, September 11th, 2018 - 01:02:05 AM. Futon. By Mildred Walker.

One of the first things that you are sure to notice when searching through the latest options for futons is the price. For one thing, these items do not feature the overly complex designs that are more commonly featured in traditional full mattress and frame sets. What does this mean to you? Less money is need for the craftsmanship of these items and less money is required for the materials. This all translates to you being able to look forward to a much more affordable home furnishing option. That is whey these options continue to be so popular among college students all the way through homeowners with limited budgets.

Futons, having the ability to transform itself from a couch to a bed, reduce the need to purchase extra (and in many cases, needless) furniture. Futons also need far less flipping than standard bed mattresses. And even when you do need to flip a futon mattress, they are lighter, and easier to do. This feature also makes futons a breeze to clean. These convenience factors are the main reasons why so many homes are opting to include a futon in their house. Not just for convenience, the futon has many health benefits as well. Did you know that futons are great for your back? Most futons are constructed with slats, and a cotton mattress, usually 3 - 6 inches thick. This causes the futon mattress to be slightly firmer than a standard bed mattress.